Local News
Partners Needed for Summer Meal Sites, says Archdiocese
Nutritional Development Services is seeking community partners to participate in its free Summer Meals Program from June 17 - August 23.
Chester-Based Papal Foundation Gifts $14.7 Million in Grants for Pope’s Special Projects
The international fundraising organization announced grants for 118 projects in 60 countries.
More Than Two Dozen Catholic Schools Earn Middle States Reaccreditation
Twenty-six archdiocesan elementary and regional schools have earned reaccreditation from the Middle States Association for the 2023-2024 academic year.
Profile
Guided by St. Francis, ‘Queen of Kensington’ Serves Those in Need
Inspired by her favorite saint - St. Francis of Assisi - Theresa Zuccarino volunteers four days a week helping those experiencing poverty and homelessness in Philadelphia.
Video Features
Phaithful Conversations in Philly: Leslie Davila, Director of the Office for Child and Youth Protection
Leslie J. Davila, director of the archdiocesan Office for Child and Youth Protection, talks about Child Abuse Prevention Month and the role the broader public plays in embracing the responsibility of keeping children safe.
Commentaries
Securing Our Catholic Faith Through Planned Giving
Planned gifts are often simple to complete yet have a tremendous impact on the future of our Catholic community says Garrett Owen of the Catholic Foundation.
Integrating Care for Creation and Care for the Poor
Bill Stigliani, Chair of the Care for Creation Committee at Old St. Joseph’s Parish in Philadelphia, talks about how we can respond to the cry of both the Earth and those in need.
Photo features
Archdiocesan Pastoral Center Staff Participate in Dialogue on Ministering in the Apostolic Age
Employees of the Archdiocesan Pastoral Center in Center City gathered April 15 for a dialogue session on the topic of “Ministering in the Apostolic Age.” See our photo gallery.
Across the Aisles: St. Isaac Jogues, Wayne
Young Catholics received the sacrament of confirmation conferred by Archbishop Pérez as he celebrated Mass April 20 at the Delaware County parish. See our photo gallery.
Spirituality
Jesus Christ: Our Cornerstone
Msgr. Joseph Prior, pastor of Our Lady of Grace Parish in Penndel, offers a reflection on the readings of the Holy Mass for the Fourth Sunday of Easter.
Invitation to the Schools of Missionary Discipleship
Meghan Cokeley says the purpose of these schools is to be formed more deeply in your friendship with Jesus Christ and to be equipped with the skills for helping others come to encounter Jesus’ great love for them.
People and Events
Phillie Phanatic Visits Students at Mother of Providence Regional School
The Phanatic visited Mother of Providence Regional Catholic School in Wallingford to celebrate their participation in the Phillies' Phanatic about Reading program.
Calendar of Events
American Catholic Historical Society to Hold Lecture Spotlighting Local Philadelphia History
Join the American Catholic Historical Society for their lecture, “Let Love, not Hate Prevail” on May 7 at 7:00 p.m. at the Society House.
Events to Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Beatification of Padre Pio
Join the National Centre for Padre Pio as they celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Beatification of Padre Pio with their Novena to Padre Pio for Our Children and their Commemoration of the 25th Anniversary of the Beatification of Padre Pio.